Joy-Anna Duggar Acknowledges Permitting Risky Activities for Her Children
Joy-Anna Duggar has confessed to allowing her kids to engage in daring endeavors, showcasing a photo of her son Gideon scaling a tree. Critics have accused the Counting On ex-star of inadequate parenting and endangering her children.
On Instagram Stories, Joy-Anna, 26, shared moments of her children assisting her husband, Austin Forsyth, 30, with work. One clip depicted their 3-year-old daughter Evelyn seated on Austin’s lap while he operated a heavy-duty excavator. In another video, Evelyn and her 5-year-old brother Gideon described their involvement in tree clearing activities with their father.
The family snapshot featured all of Joy-Anna and Austin’s children, including their newest addition, Gunner. Subsequently, a photo captioned “letting them do dangerous things, carefully” captured Gideon’s tree-climbing escapade. Additionally, Evelyn was seen gathering “treasures” from the cleared area, while Gideon ingeniously utilized a pulley fashioned from a tie-down strap and timber.
Criticism arose last week regarding the layout of Joy-Anna’s living room, following a snapshot of Austin playing with Gideon. Observers noted the peculiar arrangement of furniture obstructing a door, prompting varied reactions online.
In response to ongoing scrutiny, Joy-Anna addressed critics in a YouTube vlog, expressing frustration with the public’s opinions about her life. She emphasized the challenges of living in the spotlight and handling external judgments, particularly regarding her parenting choices.
Moreover, Joy-Anna faced backlash for trimming her daughter Evelyn’s hair at home, with concerns raised about the cutting technique for her curly hair. Fans advised seeking professional assistance for curly hair care and using appropriate hair-cutting tools to avoid damaging the natural curls.
Joy-Anna remains resolute in her approach to parenting, emphasizing a balance between allowing her children to explore carefully while navigating public scrutiny regarding her family life and decisions.